Labor Relations Director; Hybrid

Job

Location:

Merced

Full Time

The University of California, Merced is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position.

Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The salary range the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $144,000 - $180,000.

Initial applicant review will take place beginning February 23rd and posting may close on or around March 2nd
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• Institutional leadership role with campus-wide impact
• Opportunity to shape University of California policies and processes at a growing R1 institution
• Collaborative environment with broad influence
• Competitive salary range: $144,000 - $180,000

• Campus and Downtown office facilities
• Full-time, Monday-Friday schedule (1 - 2 days may be remote as business allows)

The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses and one of the youngest universities to be designated an R1 research university. With approximately 9,100 undergraduate and graduate students, UC Merced is a smaller, more intimate campus compared to its sister campuses, while equipped and staffed as a cutting edge, 21st century research institution.

With bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs, strong research and academic partnerships and a growing community in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley, the UC Merced campus is continually evolving and requires talented, knowledgeable and dynamic educators, researchers, management and staff.

Ranked in the top 30 among the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report and #1 for social mobility by the Wall Street Journal, UC Merced is uniquely equipped to provide world class educational opportunities to dynamic and enterprising students in the Valley and throughout the state. In partnership with UC San Francisco, UC Merced has launched a rigorous medical education program that will supply the Valley with culturally competent providers dedicated to improving local access to quality care.

The campus enjoys a special connection with nearby Yosemite National Park, is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design and is accelerating the continued economic development of the region.

Under the administrative direction of the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), the ELR Director works in a highly collaborative manner and is responsible for administering human resource policies and procedures, recommending, developing, and implementing employee relations programs, interpreting labor contracts, and providing counsel regarding employee and labor relations matters at all levels of the organization, including HR staff. Responsible for managing the campus performance management program, grievance and complaint resolution program, corrective action, negotiation preparation, and managing and overseeing large-scale programs and initiatives.

In collaboration with senior leadership, develops and implements Labor Relations objectives and bargaining strategies; serves on or oversees employees serving on system-wide or local bargaining teams; and facilitates ongoing communication with union representatives to maintain effective working relationships. Makes written recommendations to the CHRO to change existing policies and procedures to enhance the effectiveness of the employee and labor relations unit and manages and oversees the implementation of recommendations.

Exercises sound judgment within defined policies or procedures to determine appropriate action.

Effectively interacts with HR Managers and professionals, Senior Leaders, Supervisors, and Managers across the organization. Establishes objectives and determines…